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OCA Music: Time, Productivity and London
Posted: 09/10/25 01:29 |
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There are moments in the life of a creative practitioner when you glimpse yourself, as if from the outside, and are confronted by the question: Is this a productive, or even sane, use of my time? I experienced one such moment during the creation of my latest album.
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OCA News: Jo Whittle John Moores Painting Prize success
Posted: 10/09/25 10:04 |
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Open College of the Arts extends many congratulations to OCA painting tutor Jo Whittle who was one of the final four shortlisted for the John Moores painting Prize 2025 and is currently taking part in the winners exhibition at the Walker Art Gallery.
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OCA Creative Writing: Goodbye from your Programme Leader
Posted: 15/08/25 10:53 |
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After twelve years as a creative writing tutor, and ten years as course programme leader, I’ll be leaving OCA this month.
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OCA Creative Arts: Alumni Interview with Kuch (Kuljit) Bhogal
Posted: 07/08/25 09:07 |
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Kuch graduated from the Open College of the Arts in 2024 with a BA in Creative Arts. He is currently studying for a MSc in Creative Technologies at Winchester School of Arts. Trine Wade, our Creative Arts student rep, caught up with Kuch for an update on life after distance learning with the OCA.
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Unleash Your Creativity with The Games Designer’s Mindset Short Course
Posted: 03/06/25 10:12 |
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Have you ever had a great idea for a game, but then found yourself stuck when it comes to bringing it to life? Maybe you have loads of concepts bouncing around in your head but can’t figure out where to start, or how to make one of them stand out. If this sounds familiar, or if you’re just looking to go on an exciting journey and make time to develop your creativity, then this course could be just what you need!
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Enrolments Now Open for Our New Film and Media Production CertHE
Posted: 14/05/25 09:53 |
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We are thrilled to announce that enrolments are now open for our new Certificate of Higher Education in Film and Media Production!
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